The Struggle of Thebes

By (author)Naguib Mahfouz

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The novel tells in an epic style the story of the Egyptians’ resistance to the Hyksos occupation, embodying their struggle to regain freedom and national dignity.

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The third novel in Mahfouz’s historical trilogy, he takes ancient Egyptian history as a starting point to express the concerns of Egyptians regarding the British occupation and their desire to resist it in defense of their freedom and national dignity. It sheds light on the struggle of the Theban people against the Hyksos within a dramatic framework brimming with emotion and action, reflecting the spirit of ancient Egyptian civilization and many details of life at that time. It also highlights King Ahmose and his leadership of his people in this epic struggle, highlighting his humane and emotional side. The leader sacrifices his love for the daughter of his Hyksos enemy, prioritizing the interests of the people over his personal feelings, so that the Egyptians’ will to liberate themselves from the yoke of occupation triumphs.

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